PCIe XMC x8 Adapter

Eight (8) Lane PCI Express XMC to PCI Express Adapter with High Speed Communications Ports

PCIe XMC x8 Adapter​

Overview

The PCI Express to XMC module adapter allows a single width XMC module to be used in a PCI Express slot. The XMC module is VITA 42.3 compatible and supports up to eight PCI Express lanes.

Key Features

Adapt XMC VITA 42.3 to PCIe

8x high-speed expansion ports

Supports up to 8 PCIe lanes

Block Diagram, Data Sheet and Product Details

Features

  • Adapt one XMC PCI Express VITA 42.3 module to a desktop PCI Express slot
  • Supports up to 8 lanes
  • Transparent Operation
  • 8 high speed expansion ports from XMC J16 using eSATA2 connectors
  • 16 bits digital IO from J16 to MDR68
  • IEEE 1384 XMC mechanicals
  • >50W power provided to the module
  • Robust end bracket
  • Optional fan provides 12 CFM air flow
  • Thermal plane and conductive rails improve module cooling
  • ½ size PCI Express card

Applications

  • Add XMC modules to standard PCIe host systems
  • System expansion using high speed RIO links

The P16 connector breakout provides convenient access to all P16 signals through an MDR68 connector and eSATA high-speed connectors. eSATA connectors allow high-speed connections to P16 SERDES-capable signals.

The adapter is completely transparent to PCI Express. All signals from the PCI Express host bus are connected directly to the XMC module.

More power to the XMC module may be provided by using the optional power connector to the adapter card. The power connector provides +12V to the adapter and powers an on-card 3.3V, 8A DC-DC module. The power connector is compatible with standard 0.165” pitch 12V PC power connectors.

Conduction cooling using VITA20 standard, as well as an optional fan, provides cooling to the XMC module.

The XMC module mounts securely to the adapter using standoffs and with the end bracket. The bracket mates to standard PMC end brackets and supports an EMI gasket. All connectors from the XMC end bracket are fully accessible.

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